About the Role
We are seeking a UI/UX Lead to shape intuitive and engaging digital experiences across both web and mobile products. In this role, you will lead the design process from research and discovery through polished interfaces and implementation. Collaborating closely with product managers, developers, and business stakeholders, you will create simple and accessible user experiences while mentoring your team.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end UI/UX design process, including research, user journeys, information architecture, wireframes, prototypes, and final interface designs.
- Translate user needs and business requirements into practical design solutions.
- Establish a consistent design direction across products and projects.
- Build and maintain reusable design systems, component libraries, and design guidelines.
- Plan and conduct user interviews, usability testing, and design validation.
- Collaborate with product and engineering teams to define requirements, assess feasibility, and deliver high-quality experiences.
- Mentor designers, provide constructive feedback, and maintain quality through regular design reviews.
- Create clear design specifications and support developers throughout implementation.
- Advocate for accessibility, responsive design, and consistent interaction patterns.
- Use research, feedback, and product data to identify opportunities and improve existing experiences.
- Present design decisions clearly to internal teams, clients, and stakeholders.
- Manage design priorities, timelines, and deliverables across multiple projects.
Requirements
- 6+ years of professional UI/UX or product design experience, with experience leading a design team or major design initiatives.
- A strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end design work, clear problem-solving, and your contribution to the outcome.
- Advanced proficiency in Figma, including components, auto layout, prototyping, and design systems.
- Strong skills in interaction design, visual design, typography, layout, and information architecture.
- Experience designing responsive web applications and mobile experiences.
- Practical knowledge of user research, usability testing, and accessibility principles.
- Experience collaborating with developers and working within Agile delivery teams.
- Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- The ability to balance user needs, business goals, technical constraints, and delivery timelines.
- A thoughtful leadership style with a commitment to helping other designers grow.
Nice to Have
- Experience designing SaaS platforms, enterprise applications, or complex workflows.
- Experience working in a software development agency or across multiple client projects.
- Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and front-end development practices.
- Experience using analytics and experimentation to evaluate design decisions.
- Experience designing multilingual interfaces, including Arabic and right-to-left layouts.
Benefits
- Monthly Compensation
- Health Coverage and Work Permit
- Professional development opportunities and resources.
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment with growth potential.
